Comparison

FileMaster Pro vs BlackNote

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

FileMaster Pro

Effortlessly transfer and manage files between your computer and iOS device. Supports various file types like videos, audio, images, and documents. Access and view files directly within the app using a convenient Wi-Fi transfer method.

Highlights
  • File transfer from Mac/Windows to iOS
  • Manage various file types (video, audio, docs)
  • Direct file viewing within the app
  • Wi-Fi transfer method
  • Web interface for Windows users
  • File management on iPhone/iPad
Features
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Welcome to our brand new iOS app! The main purpose of this app is to enable you to effortlessly transfer files from your computer (Mac or Windows) to your iPhone/iPad and conveniently manage them. You can transfer various types of files such as videos, audios, images, Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, and more, and open these files directly in the file manager. You can easily view videos, audios, pictures, etc. by category on the App homepage. We utilize a convenient Wi-Fi transfer method to achieve this goal. Mac users can directly connect to the file management app on their iPhones/iPads, while Windows users can easily connect to the file management app through a web interface, allowing direct modification of files on the iPhone/iPad (for detailed connection steps, please refer to the app's built-in help documentation). Our commitment is to provide you with a simple and efficient file transfer and management experience. We look forward to you enjoying the convenience and functionality that this app brings! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our support team. Video Tutorials: Option 1. Mac File Transfer Playback Links:
 YouTube Playback Link: https://youtu.be/LCDibQC--wo Bilibili Playback Link: https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1zV4y1t75g/ Option 2. WIFI File Transfer: YouTube Playback Link: https://youtu.be/R6Q1QAdMQHA Bilibili Playback Link: https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV16F411f7c8/

About

BlackNote

This app helps you quickly create notes, manage to-do lists, and organize information into folders. It also features document scanning, multimedia attachments, password protection, and reminders to keep you productive and organized.

Highlights
  • Quick note creation
  • To-do list management
  • Folder organization
  • Document scanning
  • Multimedia attachments
  • Password protection
  • Customizable reminders
Features
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BlackNote is a simple, elegant, and powerful dark notepad for writing notes, lists, and daily thoughts. Designed with a sleek black interface and minimal distractions, BlackNote offers a focused writing experience for anyone who loves dark mode. Simple and Fast Note-Taking Quickly capture your ideas, memos, or thoughts in a clean and intuitive interface. Whether you're writing daily journals or to-do items, BlackNote makes note-taking effortless. Beautiful Dark Theme by Default BlackNote uses a true dark mode by default — perfect for low-light environments, AMOLED screens, or users who simply prefer a dark aesthetic. It's easier on the eyes and saves battery. Checklists and Task Management Easily create to-do lists or checklists to stay organized. Mark items as complete and manage your day efficiently. Works Completely Offline No internet? No problem. BlackNote stores your notes locally so you can write, edit, and access them anytime — even offline. Lightweight and Smooth BlackNote is built to be lightweight and responsive. It runs fast, uses minimal storage, and doesn't slow down your device. Whether you're jotting down quick ideas, writing your personal journal, or keeping track of tasks, BlackNote is your perfect minimal dark notepad. BlackNote Premium Free: up to 10 notes and checklists. Premium unlocks unlimited notes, automatic backup to Google Drive and iCloud, Backup / Restore and TXT import. Premium is an auto-renewable subscription (weekly, monthly or yearly). Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the period ends. Manage or cancel it in Settings › Apple ID › Subscriptions. Privacy Policy: https://smartcleaner85.github.io/blacknote/policy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

FileMaster Pro4 screens
BlackNote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: FileMaster Pro at 3.8 against BlackNote's 2.6. FileMaster Pro also leads on ratings volume (110 vs 20) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). BlackNote's advantage is review sentiment (68% vs 33%) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. FileMaster Pro sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and BlackNote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FileMaster Pro holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FileMaster Pro has 110 ratings behind it against 20, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 33% of FileMaster Pro's written reviews are positive against 68% of BlackNote's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FileMaster Pro ships an update every 5 weeks, BlackNote every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on November 12, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
FileMaster Pro versus BlackNote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFileMaster ProBlackNote
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (110 ratings) — better2.6 (20 ratings)
Positive reviews32.9% of reviews68.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings110 — better20
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer继伟 王ZTECH ASIA

Customer experience

FileMaster Pro

All ratings110 ratings
Positive67.3%
Neutral3.6%
Negative29.1%
Written reviews70 reviews
Positive32.9%
Neutral4.3%
Negative62.9%

BlackNote

All ratings20 ratings
Positive35.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative60.0%
Written reviews25 reviews
Positive68.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative28.0%

Bugs and requests

FileMaster Pro

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • Cannot sync anything
  • App doesn't work on iOS
  • Doesn't see photos or music on iOS
  • Full screen ad that won't go away
  • Paid version is not activated
Show 2 more
  • App purchased for life, but new purchase is prompted
  • Language cannot be selected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to organize all files by category (Music, Pictures, etc.)
  • Search functionality for file types (e.g., *.txt, *.mpg)
  • Dark mode option
  • Advanced analytics dashboard
  • Ability to select language

BlackNote

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

FileMaster Pro

Subscriptions3
  • 1 Week$0.997 Days
  • One Month$2.991 Month
  • One Year$4.991 Year
One-time3
  • Remove ads, forever free.$4.99
  • Remove ads, forever free$5.99
  • Permanent Buyout$9.99
3 purchases

BlackNote

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Yearly$29.991 Year

Questions

Is FileMaster Pro free?
FileMaster Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BlackNote free?
BlackNote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FileMaster Pro or BlackNote?
FileMaster Pro is rated higher. FileMaster Pro averages 3.8 out of 5 from 110 ratings, while BlackNote averages 2.6 from 20 ratings.
Do FileMaster Pro or BlackNote have ads?
FileMaster Pro shows ads; BlackNote does not.
Which is updated more often, FileMaster Pro or BlackNote?
FileMaster Pro ships an update every 5 weeks, and BlackNote every 6 weeks. Most recently, FileMaster Pro was updated on November 12, 2026 and BlackNote on November 12, 2026.

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